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Amigurumi Rainbow Peacock – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Rainbow Peacock – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Creating an amigurumi rainbow peacock is a magical journey that combines the art of crochet with a burst of creativity and color 🌈. I just love the idea of transforming simple yarn into a vibrant creature that captures both the elegance of a peacock and the playful spectrum of a rainbow. The process is like painting with yarn, where each stitch adds a dash of color and personality. The appeal lies in its uniqueness and the joy it brings, both during the crafting process and in the final product. With its dazzling colors and whimsical charm, this plush peacock is more than just a toy; it’s a little piece of joy and creativity that can brighten up any space.

Embarking on this crochet adventure begins with selecting a palette of colorful yarns, which is one of my favorite parts 🎨. Each color is a building block towards creating those intricate feathers that give the peacock its signature look. As I crochet, the body of the peacock takes shape, followed by its majestic tail, which is where the real magic happens. The process is an exercise in patience and dexterity, but it’s incredibly rewarding when I see the creature come to life with each stitch. Adding the final touches, like those charming eyes and soft beak, gives it personality and makes it truly my own. This project not only hones my skills but also celebrates creativity and color in the most delightful way.

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🦚 Amigurumi Rainbow Peacock Crochet Pattern

This stunning peacock plush dazzles with bright rainbow plumage, a sleek curved neck, and adorable felt-like details on the face and tail. A beautiful and colorful statement piece for crochet lovers!

🧶 Skill Level

Advanced – Includes shaping, colorwork, wired feathers, embroidery, and construction.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 30 cm (12 inches) tall including tail and head plume, when using sport weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.

✂️ Materials Needed

  • Yarn (Sport or DK weight):

    • Turquoise (head, neck)

    • Purple, blue, red, orange, yellow, green (body color transition)

    • Brown, black (wing shading)

    • White (eye area)

    • Pink, magenta, teal, and green (tail feather eyes)

    • Mustard/gold (beak and feet)

  • 2.5 mm crochet hook

  • Yarn needle

  • Stitch markers

  • Polyester fiberfill

  • 10 mm safety eyes

  • Thin wire (for tail support and crest)

  • Felt or foam (optional for tail backing)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)

  • dec – Decrease (sc two stitches together)

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip stitch

  • FO – Fasten off

  • BLO – Back loop only

  • FLO – Front loop only

🧠 HEAD & NECK (Turquoise)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–10. sc around (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    12–16. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Insert safety eyes between R11–R12, 8 sts apart
    19–30. sc around (18) – continue for long curved neck
    Stuff lightly and shape gently
    FO and leave long tail for sewing

🧑‍🎨 EYE PATCHES (Make 2, White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
    FO and stitch around the eye area
    Embroider black outline and lashes with black thread

🐤 BEAK (Gold)

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. (sc, inc) x2 (6)

  3. sc around
    Stuff lightly, sew under eyes

🪶 BODY

Start with orange and shift colors upward:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–10. sc around
    11–20. Gradually change colors every few rows in this order: red → purple → blue → green → yellow
    21–23. sc around

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  12. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  13. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close

🪶 WINGS (Make 2)

Work from outer orange to center dark brown.

  1. ch 9

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (8)
    3–6. sc, dec at end

  3. sl st across
    FO and embroider details with light gold thread
    Sew to sides

🪶 PEACOCK TAIL FEATHERS

Base Layer: (Green backing)

  • ch 30, turn, sc across (29)

  • Work 6–8 rows of sc to form wide band

  • Attach feathers in 3 rows

Eye Feathers (Make 9–12):

  1. MR with teal, 6 sc

  2. Switch to pink: (sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. Switch to magenta: (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)

  4. Switch to green: sc around, sl st
    Leave tail and sew onto tail base

Optional: Add wire for structure between layers

🪶 HEAD CREST

  • Cut 3 pieces of floral wire (8 cm)

  • Crochet small turquoise balls (MR, 6 sc, sl st) on each

  • Twist and attach to top of head

🐾 LEGS (Make 2)

In gold or mustard:

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–6. sc around (6)

  2. ch 3, sc back into leg
    Repeat ch loops for toes
    FO and sew securely under body

🧷 Assembly & Finishing

  • Attach neck to body with firm stitches

  • Sew wings flat to side

  • Attach tail at back with stitches or glue base

  • Add crest and adjust shaping

  • Embroider tiny eyelid above safety eye

  • Shape legs to hold body upright on flat surface

This radiant peacock is now ready to perch proudly anywhere!


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